*The Official VILLAS AT DISNEY'S GRAND FLORIDIAN RESORT & SPA Group* - **THE PERCH BAR OPENING NOVEMBER 10th!!**

Some screenshots from a video posted on YouTube yesterday. Moving right along!

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Also wanted to add this picture shared HERE showing the tile…

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Birdcage Lobby Bar Name & Opening Date Revealed for Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort - NOVEMBER 10th!!!


The Perch at Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa will open November 10. It is the brand new bar in the lobby of the resort.

The Perch is inspired by the iconic birdcage that was previously in the lobby and will pay tribute to the resort’s Victorian roots. Woodwork, stained glass, and brass accents adorn the bar, which we have already gotten a preview for.

Opposite the bar, guests will still find the Victorian cage-style elevator.

Work has been underway for several months now as Disney refurbishes the lobby, including the bar. Most recently, the floors were revealed along with countertops and shelving.
 

Inside the Grand Floridian Lobby Refurbishment: New Experiences Coming Soon


Guests can grab a drink and enjoy the resort lobby’s new look at The Perch at Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa beginning November 10.
Inside the Grand Floridian Lobby Refurbishment New Experiences Coming Soon at Disney World

Sip and savor from a light menu featuring champagne, wine, beer, and two signature cocktails: the Sunshine State Rum Sazerac and the Floridian 75. For a refreshing non-alcoholic option, the Blueberry and Basil Iced Tea is a delightful blend of lemon, blueberry, and basil tea.
Inside the Grand Floridian Lobby Refurbishment New Experiences Coming Soon at Disney World

This all-new lobby bar celebrates the resort’s Victorian roots through intricate woodwork, elegant herringbone tile, and custom stained glass that shimmers with subtle hues.
Inside the Grand Floridian Lobby Refurbishment New Experiences Coming Soon at Disney World
Inside the Grand Floridian Lobby Refurbishment New Experiences Coming Soon at Disney World

You might even spot a few feathered friends that have taken flight throughout the atrium, adorning the stained glass, murals, and wallpaper.
Inside the Grand Floridian Lobby Refurbishment New Experiences Coming Soon at Disney World

Victorian Charm Meets Disney Magic

Above the grand staircase, a new impressionist-style mural imagines what the Grand Floridian may have looked like at the turn of the century, framed by royal and sabal palms (Florida’s state tree!).
Inside the Grand Floridian Lobby Refurbishment New Experiences Coming Soon at Disney World

Beneath your feet, the new atrium carpet blooms with meaning. Inspired by the Victorian “Language of Flowers,” the design celebrates hospitality, joy, and grace through florals native to Florida’s subtropical landscape.
Inside the Grand Floridian Lobby Refurbishment New Experiences Coming Soon at Disney World

Look closely and you’ll find a few special nods woven into the pattern — like the orange blossom (Florida’s state flower and a symbol of prosperity), palms, moonstones (Florida’s state gemstone), and even a few Hidden Mickeys tucked among more than 200 individual blossoms.

The Garden View Lounge Returns in 2026

We may be putting the finishing touches on the lobby, but the story doesn’t end there. In early 2026, The Garden View Lounge will reopen with a refreshed look that complements the new lobby design. The space will offer a new tea experience with whimsical Disney touches for guests of all ages.
Inside the Grand Floridian Lobby Refurbishment New Experiences Coming Soon at Disney World


Updates to the Grand Floridian Convention Center

The Grand Floridian Convention Center has also been elegantly refreshed, carrying the same refined design from the lobby and guest rooms into one of our most celebrated event spaces. If you’re attending a wedding, a special event, or simply admiring its splendor, every moment here feels touched by a bit of Disney magic.
Inside the Grand Floridian Lobby Refurbishment New Experiences Coming Soon at Disney World


A Grand Tradition of Hospitality

For decades, Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa has set the standard for Disney hospitality. This elegant new chapter continues that legacy, and we can’t wait for you to discover even more of the details waiting to be found in every corner.
Whether you’re here for a once-in-a-lifetime celebration or to enjoy every-day magic, Disney Resorts Collection hotelsprovide the perfect backdrop for memorable moments with the ones who matter most — from the next-level storytelling to the unbeatable service provided by cast members.
 
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The Garden View Lounge Returns in 2026!!

We may be putting the finishing touches on the lobby, but the story doesn’t end there. In early 2026, The Garden View Lounge will reopen with a refreshed look that complements the new lobby design. The space will offer a new tea experience with whimsical Disney touches for guests of all ages.
Inside the Grand Floridian Lobby Refurbishment New Experiences Coming Soon at Disney World
 

The Perch Menu

Cocktails​

  • Floridian 75 - Fords Gin, Florida Citrus Cordial, and Lemon topped with Taittinger 'La Française' Brut Champagne - $22.00
  • Sunshine State Rum Sazerac - Siesta Key Coffee Rum, Demerara, Absinthe Rinse, Peychaud's Bitters, and Lemon Essence - $17.50

Wine​

  • Taittinger 'La Française' Brut, Champagne, France - $32.00 / $126.00
  • Raventós i Blanc 'de Nit' Rosé, Penedès, Spain - $16.00 / $62.00
  • La Fête du Rosé, Côtes de Provence, France - $16.00 / $62.00
  • Trimbach Riesling, Alsace, France - $14.00 / $56.00
  • Jules Taylor Sauvignon Blanc, Marlborough, New Zealand - $20.00 / $79.00
  • Crossbarn by Paul Hobbs Chardonnay, Sonoma Coast, California - $20.00 / $79.00
  • Bodegas Chacra 'Barda' Pinot Noir, Patagonia, Argentina - $20.00 / $79.00
  • Tablas Creek Vineyard 'Patelin de Tablas' Rouge, Paso Robles, California - $20.00 / $79.00
  • Schweiger Vineyards Cabernet Sauvignon, Napa Valley, California - $29.00 / $115.00

Beer​

  • 3 Daughters Beach Blonde Ale, St. Petersburg, Florida - $11.75
  • Funky Buddha Floridian Hefeweizen, Oakland Park, Florida - $11.75
  • Cigar City Jai Alai IPA, Tampa, Florida - $11.75

Non-Alcoholic Beverage​

  • Blueberry and Basil Iced Tea - $8.00
 
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The Garden View Lounge Returns in 2026

We may be putting the finishing touches on the lobby, but the story doesn’t end there. In early 2026, The Garden View Lounge will reopen with a refreshed look that complements the new lobby design. The space will offer a new tea experience with whimsical Disney touches for guests of all ages.
Inside the Grand Floridian Lobby Refurbishment New Experiences Coming Soon at Disney World


TEA RETURNING 🍵! I'm so excited to see what they will offer.
 
The Garden View Lounge Returns in 2026!!

We may be putting the finishing touches on the lobby, but the story doesn’t end there. In early 2026, The Garden View Lounge will reopen with a refreshed look that complements the new lobby design. The space will offer a new tea experience with whimsical Disney touches for guests of all ages.
Inside the Grand Floridian Lobby Refurbishment New Experiences Coming Soon at Disney World
Thank you so much for this, I am so excited, wonderful news made my day 😀
 
Absolutely stunning! I'm having a psychotic break and considering dropping my Poly for GF. (I know it's a completely insane idea for me and hopefully I'll be able to hold off for a long time or forever).
I wouldn't judge you one bit :rotfl:

We're in the VGF thread so I know I am in a safe place 🙈
I thought the same thing today, its so beautiful! its def getting the most care in the refurbishment department i think.
I agree. From the main building to the cash rooms to the villas themselves. People get upset that BPK was a "cheap flip," but it's an exact copy of the cash rooms and the lobby of BPK actually looks nicer than the other outer buildings.

The original villas also look great post-refurb. Even the appliances are still nicer than other villas. The monogram refrigerators were problematic and replaced, but VGF still got french door refrigerators. Not the top freezer/bottom refrigerator models like all the other refurbs across WDW.
 
I thought blt was #1 refurbishment but the stunning carpet, stained glass windows, beautiful bird paintings, new bar, refurbished tea room of vgf, i mean i must admit they are knocking it out of the park with this
Grand Floridian vs Contemporary Resort is also different than VGF vs BLT.

Grand Floridian's main lobby is getting this extensive refurb. The Contemporary Resort lobby is... questionable at best IMO. The first floor looks great, but everything above that is super old and outdated. I really like Bay View Gifts, but it's not looking very Contemporary right now 🤣

BLT rooms got a full hard goods with everything swapped this year so it will be fresher than OG VGF. OG VGF got a soft goods three/almost four years ago so new carpet, drapes, murphy bed, etc. The marble is still original in the bathrooms and you can see some staining where it needed to be resealed, the wood tables have nicks, the drawers glide a little strange, etc but it's still the most luxe IMO.
 
Grand Floridian vs Contemporary Resort is also different than VGF vs BLT.

Grand Floridian's main lobby is getting this extensive refurb. The Contemporary Resort lobby is... questionable at best IMO. The first floor looks great, but everything above that is super old and outdated. I really like Bay View Gifts, but it's not looking very Contemporary right now 🤣

BLT rooms got a full hard goods with everything swapped this year so it will be fresher than OG VGF. OG VGF got a soft goods three/almost four years ago so new carpet, drapes, murphy bed, etc. The marble is still original in the bathrooms and you can see some staining where it needed to be resealed, the wood tables have nicks, the drawers glide a little strange, etc but it's still the most luxe IMO.
True true. I like the more 70s vibe to contemporary BUT they could upgrade it to a more modern 70s vibe 🤣🤣 I do like the artist they chose a lot to freshen it up. I never stayed at blt befire the refurb but I heard it was rough 🤣🤣 im really glad they did it justice
 






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